The adorable reason sea otters hold hands while they sleep

Sea otters hold hands while they sleep to avoid drifting apart. When resting on their backs, even gentle ocean currents can separate them. Grabbing a buddy turns drifting otters into a floating group nap that stays together.

This behavior is important for mothers and pups. — Read the rest

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